In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
ELLINGE
El"lenge, El"linge, a., El"lenge*ness, El"linge*ness, n.
Definition: See Elenge, Elengeness. [Obs.]
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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